US History

World War II Research project


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ACCESSING INFORMATION FROM THE INTERNET:

Remember to ask yourself the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE and WHY evaluation questions when accessing information from an internet website.


This chart is a visual reminder of things to think about when researching on the internet.



NOTE: Websites such as Wikipedia are not reference sources and should not be considered such when citing sources. You may use Wikipedia for background knowledge or to acquire further resources.


SearchCredible.pngSearch Credible: This new engine searches 26 of the most popular and scholarly search engines.Google, Eric, the Library of Congress, and EBSCO are just a few of the resources available through this engine. Enter your search term and then click one of the platforms. This is a great way to cross-reference search results.



DATABASE SOURCES

Databases from the Library Website Home Page:

WHS LIBRARY WEBSITE: FAQs - How To's - Instructions

  • Salem Press History
    • Remote access: Password: whsrangers

  • Sharpe Online: American History
    • Remote access: Username: rangers Password: rangers

  • World Book Encyclopedia
    • Remote access: Username: WPSLMC312 Password: 312WPSLMC
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MORE HISTORY DATABASES


Works Cited/Avoiding Plagiarism Guidance

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Online Research Platform - Record, organize, synthesize information and research; create Works Cited pages; share your work with your teacher through the site. Use this tool to cite sources, set up notecards, collaborate on a project, create a Works Cited page and to share your work to your teacher's course drop box. See Mrs. Cellucci with questions or if you need assistance.


FAQ's, How To's and Instructions

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Noodletools directions.doc

Avoiding Plagiarism
The Purdue University Owl Site

WHS Style Manual


Westborough High School guide for citing sources

WHS Plagiarism Policy




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QUESTIONS?

Ask the Librarian - Mrs. Cellucci